246 ST over Firesteel Ck
PoorClosed to trafficAurora County, South Dakota · 6.8E 7N Plankinton · Structure no. 000000002228080
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2016
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 65
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
246 ST over Firesteel Ck is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 246 ST over Firesteel Ck in Aurora County, South Dakota. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the South Dakota average of 48.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 65 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 65 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 246 ST over Firesteel Ck built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is 246 ST over Firesteel Ck in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2016.
How much traffic does 246 ST over Firesteel Ck carry?
About 65 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 246 ST over Firesteel Ck?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns 246 ST over Firesteel Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.